Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise
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Is Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise worth booking?
Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise is a 3.5-hour experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from $135 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 618 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (618)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $135 per person
Two of Amsterdam's best experiences combined! Start with a small-group walking food tour through the Jordaan neighborhood. You'll hidden spots like a cheese maker with decades behind the counter, a bakery producing somet
What you get
About this experience
Two of Amsterdam's best experiences combined! Start with a small-group walking food tour through the Jordaan neighborhood. You'll hidden spots like a cheese maker with decades behind the counter, a bakery producing something the Dutch have been arguing about for centuries, a jenever bar that's been pouring since before your grandparents were born. Then comes the exclusive canal cruise. Not a shared tourist boat. A private luxury saloon boat, just your group, max 11 guests, tracing the Prinsengracht, the Amstel, and the Herengracht for a full hour. You'll have a Bitterballen tasting on board, along a jenever drink, plus beer, wine, or soda. A food tour and a private canal cruise, each worth booking on its own. Here, they come together!
What's included
Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Try Dutch delicacies like Gouda cheese, real apple pie and more!
- Enjoy 6-7 Dutch food tastings & 4 drinks, from street-food classics to a drink the locals swear by
- Go on a walking tour and meet local artisans, listening to their intriguing stories
- Relax in a 1h cruise along Amsterdam’s canals on a private boat, enjoying jenever & Bitterballen
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Not included
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
What you'll see and do
Jordaan
Start your journey in the Jordaan, a historic district shaped by workers, artists, and migrants. As you wander its canals and lanes, discover how its past forged the vibrant, close-knit neighborhood you see today.
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Step aboard a stunning luxury boat for a one-hour private cruise through the canals of Amsterdam, and learn all about its fascinating history! Enjoy a Bitterballen tasting on boar, along with Jenever and a second drink of your choice.
60 minutes here
Prinsengracht
Start the walking tour portion of your tour with Amsterdam's most legendary apple pie at this 400-year-old brown café, with your choice of coffee, cappuccino, or tea. This family recipe has been attracted locals and visitors for generations, including Bill Clinton!
30 minutes here
Experience a traditional Dutch fishmonger and sample herring and kibbeling. See the fresh fish expertly prepared in the open kitchen, and enjoy a true taste of local culinary culture.
15 minutes here
Savor four organic Goudas in a cozy, historic Café. Enjoy the depth of flavors from young to aged cheeses in a classic brown café beloved by locals for its authentic atmosphere.
30 minutes here
Brouwersgracht
Walk along one of Amsterdam's most beautiful canals, admiring the stunning 17th-century architecture while your guide shares stories of the city's Golden Age and its influence on Dutch cuisine.
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De Gangen Willemstraat, known as "the hallways" or "the slums," were once home to the city’s poorest residents. Cramped and overcrowded, these narrow alleys behind the houses were plagued by disease and hunger.
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The chef serves her homemade Briwat from Moroccan, a flavorful highlight among authentic home-cooked meals from around the world. Discover this unique catering shop where women share their culinary heritage. As an alternative tasting, you could try a Roti Roll with chicken.
15 minutes here
Enjoy a classic Dutch delight with freshly made poffertjes. Light, fluffy mini pancakes served warm with butter and powdered sugar offer a sweet and authentic taste of the Netherlands!
15 minutes here
Anne Frank House
View the exterior of this poignant historical site as your guide provides context about Amsterdam during WWII and its impact on the city's culture and cuisine.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Amsterdam
The guide will be waiting for you at the back of the Church and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Small-group Food & Canals Tour
Upgrade to a Private Food Tour
Enjoy a private guided tour: including a walking tour and a 1-hour Canal Cruise Includes an extra tasting
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Eating Europe Food Tours Amsterdam
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 4 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes early so the tour can start on time. The boat must depart promptly, and unfortunately, if you miss it, you won’t be able to join the tour. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 620 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
620 verified traveler reviews for Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lots of great food in a beautiful area
Alda was an excellent guide and host. All of the food stops were delicious, and a couple very unique. Definitely not places we would have seen on our own. The neighborhood is charming and Alda was very knowledgeable about the area and country. The distance was a mile and a half of easy waking, in a beautiful area! Highly recommend, you'll want to go hungry!!!
via Tripadvisor
Eating Europe with Alda
Very sweet guide with a lot of knowledge. Seamless walking and arrivals at the restaurants
via Tripadvisor
Amazing way to explore Jordaan!
We had Ana amazing time on this with our guide Paul! It was a small group just me, a friend and one couple which was really nice. This tour is an awesome way to see the city of jordaan in a unique style. Paul was super knowledgeable about the city too. I highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you. We're glad to hear you had such an amazing experience on the Jordaan food tour with our fantastic guide Paul! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Amsterdam. We'd love to see you back on another Eating Europe tour in the future!
via Viator
Great first day in town!!
Thanks so much to Sabrina for the tour!
Response from the operator: It was a pleasure hosting you on the Jordaan food tour! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Amsterdam
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Amsterdam
Excellent tour. Paul was unbelievable. Enjoyed all the food, even the herring
Response from the operator: Glad to hear you enjoyed the Jordaan food and canal tour! The herring always looks more intimidating than it tastes, happy to hear you liked it! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Amsterdam. We'd love to see you back on another Eating Europe tour in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $135 to $273
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 216
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amsterdam.
How much does Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $135 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amsterdam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amsterdam is not rushed.
Is Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 618 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amsterdam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise?
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Around 216 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amsterdam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amsterdam and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Eating Amsterdam: Food Walking Tour with Private Canal Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amsterdam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?
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On Outty we rank every Amsterdam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group, Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights & Hidden Gems, Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise including Cocktails & Snacks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Amsterdam?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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